‘We’re Stronger Together’: Muskoka Groups Become One to Advocate for Environmental Protections

‘We’re stronger together’: Muskoka groups become one to advocate for environmental protections

Amalgamated group will focus on watershed and shoreline protection, along with other issues.

Wake up: the impact of boats on our lakes - Haliburton Echo

By Emily Stonehouse “Boat wakes have changed, and our lakes have noticed,” said Paul MacInnes, chair of the Haliburton Property Owners Association (CHA). “We have to discuss the risk that these monster trucks of the lakes pose to our lakes.” MacInnes was speaking to a group of avid lake-lovers during the annual CHA meeting on May 3. During the half-day event, talks around proper septic care, loon preservation, and algae blooms were presented. Bu…

Stronger Together: Friends Of Muskoka Joins Forces With The Muskoka Lakes Association

The Muskoka Lakes Association (MLA) and Friends of Muskoka (FOM) are pleased to announce they are joining forces to preserve and enhance Muskoka for all generations to enjoy. Under the MLA banner, the group will continue to advocate for responsible development and the protection of Muskoka’s unique environment, engaging in watershed and shoreline protection, development and zoning reviews, Official Plan updates and township budgets and accountab…